About this podcast
Welcome to Taxidermy Truths, where we discuss the ins and outs of not only the taxidermy process, but the influences on the hunting community as a whole. With over 25 years in the Wildlife and Taxidermy industry, Douglas Cockcroft hosts open conversations with artists, experts and industry giants. From sustainable utilization to shipping rates, we dig into the reality of the experience after the safari and hear real stories, Worth Remembering.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 56 episodes
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 54 | Red Rot · 19 min · Episode 54Red Heat occurs when bacteria break down the collagen in an animal’s skin, causing the hair follicles to deteriorate. The result can be hairslip, and a hard, brittle skin with a…
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 53 | What is Dip & Pack? · 14 min · Episode 53In this episode of Taxidermy Truths, Doug breaks down the Dip & Pack process, explains the timelines involved, and weighs up Dip & Pack vs Taxidermy.
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 52 | Mount Types · 18 min · Episode 52In this episode of Taxidermy Truths, Doug discusses different mount types, angles of turn, and the key considerations when deciding how you want your animal posed.
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 51 | The Value of a Booking Agent · 56 min · Episode 51If you’re planning an African hunt or have wondered about the role of a booking agent, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 50 | Shows Feedback · 13 min · Episode 50A renewed energy is evident, with hunters young and old continuing to invest in wildlife across Africa and beyond.
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 49 | Conservation by the Bullet · 20 min · Episode 49In this episode of Taxidermy Truths – rather than negating the viewpoint, Doug draws a comparison between the hunting industry and the Mohair industry, to highlight the…
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 48 | Year in review · 16 min · Episode 48From tariffs and legalities to increasing hunting numbers and advances in technology, Doug unpacks some of the challenges and wins over the last year.
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 47 | Skullies · 30 min · Episode 47Small skulls that are making a big impact on the hunting industry. On this episode of Taxidermy Truths, Doug sits down with the team from Skullies.
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 46 | Tagging · 22 min · Episode 46In this episode of Taxidermy Truths, Doug unpacks both sides of tagging - the physical process that keeps everything above board, and the digital one that shapes how hunting is…
- Taxidermy Truth | Episode 45 | Only in SA - Petrol Attendants · 8 min · Episode 45We are wrapping up Heritage month in South Africa – and we’re excited to launch the third episode of our Only in SA series on Taxidermy Truths. South Africa has a culture of…
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 44 | Only in SA Part 2 · 11 min · Episode 44Doug chats to Melikhaya Faxi, a seasoned tracker and skinner, to understand a bit more about his role in the hunting experience in South Africa.
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 43 | Only in South Africa · 22 min · Episode 43Doug steps out of the taxidermy and into the taxi and chats to a South African taxi driver.
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 42 | Preparing For The Hunt · 47 min · Episode 42The right gear can make or break your hunting experience.
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 41 | Truth be Told · 21 min · Episode 41In this Q&A episode of Taxidermy Truths, Doug tackles some of your most common (and curious) taxidermy questions. Listen in for some practical advice, expert insight, and a few…
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 40 | Good Form · 20 min · Episode 40Ever wondered what lies beneath the skin of a taxidermy mount? In this episode of Taxidermy Truths, Doug discusses the art of creating anatomically correct and beautiful…
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 39 | US VS SA Taxidermy Models · 12 min · Episode 39On this episode of Taxidermy Truths – Doug draws a comparison between the US and South African models of taxidermy. He discusses the relationships between outfitters…
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 38 | The Real Cost of Shipping · 23 min · Episode 38In this episode of Taxidermy Truths, Doug unpacks the real cost of shipping and discusses ways to make your shipping simple and cost effective.
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 37 | Hunting as a Conservation tool · 48 min · Episode 37In this week’s episode of Taxidermy Truths, Doug has the privilege of speaking to Ivan Carter, a renowned conservationist, TV personality, professional guide and hunter. A true…
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 36 | 5 Things I Wish I Knew · 10 min · Episode 36With 25 years of experience in the hunting and taxidermy industry, Doug has learned his fair share of lessons in his career along the way. This episode of Taxidermy Truths is…
- Taxidermy Truths | Episode 35 | Pooling of Clients · 16 min · Episode 35In this episode of Taxidermy Truths, Doug unpacks the misconceptions about savings for shipping, the exceptions to the rule and the requirements for legal export of hunting…
